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Novel Teaching Methods In Engineering Technology

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Philip A Jones P.E., Pennsylvania State University, Erie; Edward R Evans Jr. , Pennsylvania State University, Erie

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Engineering Technology

along its length. The bar is rectangular in cross section with sides 25.4 mm tall and 17.5 mm wide. Figure 1 below shows the bar with 9500 N load applied. Figure 1: Axially Loaded Uniform Cross Section BarYou created this PDF from an application that is not licensed to print to novaPDF printer (http://www.novapdf.com) By definition, the average normal stress is determined as follows. = = Where P = Internal Axial Reaction A = Cross-Sectional Area Figure 2 shows where the bar is being cut perpendicular to the orientation of the load in order to determine the internal axial

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Subjects in Renewable Energy and ET

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez P.E., Western Michigan University

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Engineering Technology

process, but payoff may be significant in terms of market dominance. Inthis paper, design of a manually powered hydraulic bicycle using energy efficiency as a primarydesign objective is presented. A laboratory setup is developed to test performance of the hydraulicsystem components. Experimental analysis of component behavior of a functional prototype of thehydraulic system is performed. The analysis result is used to select components for optimumperformance of the system in its desired operational conditions. The methodology can be utilizedin design of similar systems where energy efficiency is a primary design objective.1. IntroductionWorldwide, the vast majority of energy is produced from fossil-based fuels resulting in theincrease of carbon

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Novel Teaching Methods In Engineering Technology

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Spektor, Oregon Institute of Technology; Walter W. Buchanan P.E., Texas A&M University; Lawrence J. Wolf P.E., Oregon Institute of Technology

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systemsallows the purposeful control of the parameters and in the same time saves time and resources.The analytical investigation in applied dynamics comprises the following three steps:1) Composing the differential equation of motion of the system and determining the initialconditions of motion;2) Solving the differential equation of motion for the initial conditions of motion;3) Analyzing the solution according to the goal of the investigation.As it is well known, the differential equation of motion consists of loading factors: forces ormoments. Active loading factors cause the motion, while resisting loading factors oppose themotion. The left side of the differential equation of motion consists of the sum of resistingloading factors including the

Conference Session

Project-based Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Turner, Purdue University (Statewide Technology); Timothy R. Cooley, Purdue University, New Albany

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Engineering Technology

student project for an undergraduate controls curriculum. Additionally,through open access to the design files, control systems educators and students have theflexibility to customize the project to their individual needs. Student feedback is also presentedsupporting the efficacy of the system as an active learning tool.1. IntroductionThe inverted pendulum control experiment, in which a pendulum with a center of mass above thepivot point is mounted to a linear actuator and the actuator is moved to attain a balancedcondition (Figure 1), is a common example used in introductory feedback control systemscourses1, particularly in the design of the Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) controlalgorithm2. Since the inverted pendulum is inherently

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET Related Issues

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jorge Crichigno, Northern New Mexico College; Ivan Lopez Hurtado, Northern New Mexico University; Raul R Peralta, Northern New Mexico College; Alfredo J. Perez Ph.D., Columbus State University

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tailored the IEEE/ACM guidelines for ITprograms to the local needs, following a continuous quality improvement (CQI) plan thataddressed the eight General Criteria and the Program Criteria established by the EngineeringTechnology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET. In October of 2014, the IET wasaccredited by the ETAC Commission of ABET, with the next comprehensive review beingscheduled by 2019. This paper describes the accreditation process for the IET program atNorthern New Mexico College from its conception to accreditation. Index TermsABET, Accreditation, Information Engineering Technology, Student Outcomes.1. IntroductionFounded in 1909 as the “Spanish American Normal School at New Mexico,” Northern

Conference Session

Student Recruitment and Retention in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eric Scott McCrae, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis; Eugenia Fernandez, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

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Paper ID #11791Identifying Factors Impacting First Year Persistence in Computer GraphicsTechnologyMr. Eric Scott McCrae, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Eric McCrae is a senior graphic designer and web developer at Blue Octopus Printing Company, a large printing and mailing facility in Indianapolis, Indiana. He has over 17 years experience in the printing and mailing industry specializing in graphic design for print and mail marketing. Eric is the father of 1 and husband to Mia the love of his life.Dr. Eugenia Fernandez, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Eugenia Fernandez is an Associate

Conference Session

Project-based Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ihab Habib P.E., Austin Peay State University

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

Program Managerfor the Construction and Civil Engineering Technology Program. One of the taskspresented was to recruit more students to the Program. Female students, as a minority inthe STEM ENGT curricula were a particular priority for the department recruitment.Other tasks were to make necessary changes to the curriculum standards and Page 26.28.3improvement to mentoring for students that could lead toward improvement inenrollment, retention, and completion of the STEM ENGT Program. The following were the research questions in this research project:1. What factors influenced enrollment of female STEM Engineering Technologystudents’ enrollment

Conference Session

Novel Teaching Methods In Engineering Technology

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John R Haughery, Iowa State University; D. Raj Raman, Iowa State University

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Engineering Technology

, • Effective problem solving involves clearly communicated data-driven solutions using technical tools and quantitative methods. • Effective problem solving is cyclical and involves the fundamental inter-related phases of Define, Identify, Determine, Produce, Analyze, and Communicate. • The fundamental problem solving method can be applied to all aspects of technology.Mechatronic ExperienceThe tangible artifact used in our mechatronic experience was the computer controlled mobilerobot in Figure 1. This experience was developed for and piloted to 48 students in its firstsemester of deployment. The culminating challenge for this experience required student teams tocollectively create and integrate original

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Loryn R. Becker, Michigan Technological University; Ted J. Wierzba, Michigan Technological University; Mohsen Azizi, Michigan Technological University; Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University; Ebrahim Tarshizi, Michigan Technological University; Laura Claire O'Connor, Michigan Technological University; Ryan J. Livernois, Michigan Technological University

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various geophysical surveys. With data collected in the field I can utilize Surfer 9 and GM-SYS to map the subsurface, as well as using Maptek’s Vulcan mine software to develop and visualize ore bodies in the subsurface. After graduating with my Bachelors degree, I am looking to forward my education and receive my Masters degree in geology. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 A Lab-Scale Autonomous Haul Truck for Underground Mine Operations L. Becker1, T. Wierzba1, M. Azizi1*, A. Sergeyev1*, E. Tarshizi2*, L. O’Connor2, R. Livernois2 1 Electrical Engineering Technology, School of Technology 2

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Robotics, Automation, and Product Development

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Biswajit Ray, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

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system model, given the system transfer function.Open-loop mass-spring-damper systemA mass-spring-damper mechanical system10 excited by an external force (f) is shown in Figure 1.This second-order system can be mathematically modeled as a position (x) control system withobject mass (m), viscous friction coefficient (b), and spring constant (k) as parameters. Based ona free-body diagram, the system differential equation is expressed in (1). Using LaplaceTransform, this time-domain equation leads to a position-to-external force transfer functiongiven by equation (2). Once the transfer function is derived, a set of parameter values (m = 0.1kg, b = 1 N*s/m and k = 2 N/m) is used to obtain the system transfer function shown in (3

Conference Session

Student Recruitment and Retention in ET Programs and Labs in ET Programs

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alka R Harriger, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Bradley C. Harriger, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Susan Marie Flynn, College of Charleston; Michael G Flynn, College of Charleston

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Engineering Technology

created by teacher teams and student teams. Anecdotalfeedback that describes TECHFIT’s impact on both groups will be shared as well.BackgroundStudents contemplating college majors would benefit from knowing how likely those majors areto lead to successful careers, ones that will offer them a comfortable lifestyle, higher job security,and increased personal satisfaction. The Glassdoor Team documented the 25 highest paying jobsin demand by employers, and nearly half on the list are IT-related. [1] U.S. News reports on the100 best jobs, and of their top 20, all are in the medical domain with the exception of three IT-related jobs and one math-related job. [2] Engineering careers are also good career choices.Unfortunately, when comparing the

Conference Session

Robotics, Automation, and Product Development

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Jay R Porter, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

Administration - Johnson Space Center (NASA-JSC)recently formed a development partnership for its unique Modular Integrated Stackable Layer(MISL) architecture with the Electronic Systems Engineering Technology Program (ESET) atTexas A&M University. The MISL architecture encompasses a series of layers (printed circuitboards) that can be quickly “stacked” into a small form factor footprint that provides a widerange of technologies. Developers can quickly configure an application-specific configurationby selecting from multiple options for power, microcontroller, communications, sensors andother signal conditioning circuitry. The ESET Program has three primary responsibilities to thenewly formed partnership: 1) New layer design, 2) Educational course

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technology Education II

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Otilia Popescu, Old Dominion University; Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University

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writing and criticalthinking at all levels, starting as early as in the freshman year1. A variety of studies, some ofthem in Electrical and Computer Engineering program1, some related to students enrolled in thefirst year design course2 for example, were gathering longitudinal data on same cohorts ofstudents and have shown statistically significant improvement in students’ critical thinking. Oneof such programs is Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) which is required to be implementedby all accredited schools who falls under The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools(SACS) 1. Higher cognitive objectives from Bloom’s Taxonomy (such as analysis, synthesis andevaluation) or Perry’s Scheme of Intellectual Development can be improved by

Conference Session

Various Prospectives in Power Systems

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Richard Walsh, Eastern Washington University

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Engineering Technology

lengthof the line and A is the cross-sectional area of the line.The student will first select the type of conductor. The choices include Annealed Copper,Hard-drawn copper, Aluminum, Iron and Silver. Annealed Copper is shown selected inthe Figure 1. The type of conductor will determine the value of conductivity, resistivityand the temperature constant. Page 26.1604.3 Type of Conductor Resistances Figure 1: Resistance of a Transmission LineThe student will then enter a variety of data including the length, temperature anddiameter. The student clicks on the “Compute R

Conference Session

Utilizing Digital Technologies in Classroom and Distance Learning in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Usman Ghani, DeVry University, Addison, Illinois; Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University, Addison

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

attention by the instructional designers.Even though the effects of multiple types and forms of feedback have been investigated in alarge variety of instructional contexts, some of the widely used feedback types in a multimedialearning environment are: 1. Knowledge-of-response (KOR), which indicates that the learner’s response is correct or incorrect. 2. Knowledge-of-correct-response (KCR), which identifies the correct response. 3. Elaborative feedback, a complex form of feedback that explains, monitors, and directs, such as answer-until-correct (AUC).A meta-analysis done by Azevedo and Bernard suggests that the achievement outcomesgenerally are greater for students receiving CBI that utilizes feedback than for comparisongroups with

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET Related Issues

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mark A. Laingen, Illinois State University; Steven A. Freeman, Iowa State University; Thomas J Brumm, Iowa State University; Mack Shelley, Iowa State University

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programs inthe early stages of developing new program evaluation techniques. Introduction The College of Engineering (COE) at Iowa State University (ISU) has used on-lineassessment surveys since fall 2001 to collect workplace competency assessment (WCA) data toquantify internship students’ demonstration of 15 workplace competencies linked to the ABETCriterion 3 (a-k) outcomes [1]. This study examined how engineering programs at ISU utilizeWCA data for continuous improvement activities as part of the ABET accreditation criterion forachievement of student learning outcomes. Data collected from engineering internship student’sself-assessments and their supervisors’ assessments provide important

Conference Session

Issues in Engineering Technology Education I

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leroy L. Long III, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach

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Midwest. Of the willing respondents, the majoritywere female (58.0%) and White (71.4%). Most of the study respondents were freshmen (46.4%),between the ages of 18-24 (88.9%), full-time students (87.6%), and off campus residents(55.7%). In terms of college major, many students were in the health sciences (13.2%) followedby engineering and architecture (12.8%) along with business (12.8%). Table 1 presentsdescriptive statistics for the sample.Table 1Description of sample (N=476) Variables % Academic College classification Freshman, first-year 46.4 Sophomore, second-year 2.1 Junior, third-year 13.0 Senior, fourth-year 33.6 Missing 4.8 Enrollment

Conference Session

Student Recruitment and Retention in ET Programs and Labs in ET Programs

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Matthew Turner, Purdue University (Statewide Technology); Rustin Webster, Purdue University, New Albany; Danielle Reynolds; Timothy Cooley, Purdue University New Albany; Andrew McCart , Purdue Polytechnic; Joseph F Dues Jr., Purdue Polytechnic New Albany

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, resulting in Purdue Mission to Mars(PMTM), a learn-by-doing approach to high school recruiting.Many other colleges and universities have implemented recruiting via classroom visits to K-12 schools,professional development programs for teachers, engineering contests for students, and on-campus visits.Such programs can be designed to increase engineering enrollment, diversify engineering, educate futuregenerations, teach the teachers, or to improve the quality of the undergraduate engineering experience [1].Such programs are increasingly important to recruitment efforts, as many as 50% of students have madethe decision on a college major by their junior year of high school [2]. Examples of outreach programsinclude the K-12 Engineering Education

Conference Session

Distance Learning in ET Programs

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Pickard, East Carolina University; Jimmy Bill Linn, East Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

suite of expensive test andmeasurement equipment. While lecture instruction can be delivered at a distance using on-lineand other technologies, it is difficult, if not impossible, to reproduce the hands-on experience ofan electronics laboratory over the Internet. Nevertheless, an electronic engineering technologyprogram delivered on-line must include concurrent laboratory experiences.In recent years, a number of computer-aided simulation programs have become availablecommercially. Researchers have compared the effectiveness of some of these programs to theeffectiveness of traditional hands-on laboratory exercises 1-3. Most of these research effortsinvestigated the use of computer-aided software as a method to enhance, enrich, or

Conference Session

Novel Teaching Methods In Engineering Technology

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nancy L. Denton, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Wei Dai Vian, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology

directly from high school to mature, part-time commuterlearners with careers. This paper presents the approaches taken to develop this course fromexisting learning objectives for delivery in two very different settings, to diverse learners inmechanical engineering technology. Learning outcomes resulting from lecture and laboratoryinnovations are considered.IntroductionFrom the inception of baccalaureate engineering technology programs, faculty have struggled tofind the right balance between technical, professional, and general education in their four-yearcurricula.1 Implementation of legislated limits on credit hour requirements beginning in the1990s adds a further curricular constraint.2,3. Effective in 2013 in Indiana, baccalaureate degreecredit

Conference Session

ETAC/ABET-Related Issues

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel K. Jones P.E., SUNY Polytechnic Institute; Mohammed Abdallah, SUNY Polytechnic Institute

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Engineering Technology

were designed to be used primarily in upper-level courses that werewell-aligned with the student outcomes. Instructors selected student work representative of aparticular SO in their course. The selected work depended on the type of course, and it typicallyincluded items such as oral presentations, written lab reports, or problem solutions from exams,quizzes, or homework assignments. It was most effective to complete rubric scores for studentwork while grading or as soon as possible afterward.Development of Performance IndicatorsMost of the work in this paper builds upon the fundamentals presented at ABET ProgramAssessment Workshops [1][2]. The general concepts presented here are not new; similar workhas been done in multiple programs at other

Conference Session

Various Prospectives in Power Systems

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yeong Ryu, State University of New York, Farmingdale; Hazem Tawfik, State University of New York, Farmingdale; Brandon Scott Weisberg, Farmingdale State College; Gonca Altuger-Genc, State University of New York, Farmingdale

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gets about 84%of its total energy supply through the consumption of Oil, Coal, and Natural Gas, all of which arefossil fuels and are non-renewable.(1) Biomass energy production is becoming an increasinglyprominent alternative energy. Advancements in Biomass gasification would not only pushfurther boundaries in research and engineering, but it would also help to stabilize the inherentlyunstable energy market that exists today.Biomass energy is a process wherein organic matter is processed to yield an array of by- Page 26.1611.2products. The desirable synthesis gas, as previously stated, consists of 19% hydrogen and 20%carbon monoxide. Recent

Conference Session

Capstone and Design Projects

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Haley Claire Collins; Jessica L. Leatherwood, Sam Houston State University; Marcy Miller Beverly, Sam Houston State University; Mark J. Anderson, Sam Houston State University

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infectious disease in animals. However, collection of a rectaltemperature can be difficult and stressful on the animal. New technologies such as thermalimaging cameras have recently become more prevalent to collect the body temperature ofanimals at other, less invasive sites. The objective of this research was to compare a firstgeneration prototype non-contact thermography device (NCTD) to a traditional FLIR® thermalimager as well as to determine a comparison between rectal and thermographic temperatures asan indicator of health status [1].A traditional clinical or serological examination of large numbers of livestock is logistically andeconomically challenging, and visual observations alone are not the most sensitive indicators todetect early

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Hands-on Active Learning

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mohammed Taqiuddin Taher, DeVry University, Addison; Ahmed S. Khan, DeVry University, Addison

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identify the presence or absence of learning patterns using qualitative andquantitative modes of data evaluation viz a viz cognitive apprenticeship instructionalmethodology.This paper presents the findings of the research study which tested the hypothesis byinvestigating three key questions: 1) Does the use of simulation improve students ‘learningoutcomes? 2). How do faculty members perceive the use and effectiveness of simulation in thedelivery of technical course content? 3). How do students perceive the instructional designfeatures embedded in the simulation program such as exploration and scaffolding support inlearning new concepts? The paper also discusses the other aspects of findings which reveal that simulation by itself isnot very

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Poster Session

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Terence Geyer, Eastern Washington University; William R. Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Donald C. Richter P.E., Eastern Washington University; Jason K. Durfee P.E., Eastern Washington University; Hani Serhal Saad, Eastern Washington University; Doris M. Munson, Eastern Washington University; N.M. A. Hossain, Eastern Washington University

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to the growing database. Asrequired by the university, the data was anonymized by assigning each student a code. Becausethe database is extensive and spans multiple courses taught by multiple instructors, theresearchers have the ability to track an individual student from their first course as a freshmanuntil that student graduates.This paper is based on the data from 2,836 students, who were enrolled either in non-math ormath intensive classes. The detailed demographics are summarized in Tables 1 to 3. The onlystudents not included in the following data are those who dropped out of the courses and thosewho arranged to receive an incomplete. At the time of this paper, there was not enough data toreport on the performance of students who

Conference Session

Active Learning and Undergraduate Research in ET

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yanjun Yan, Western Carolina University; Sudhir Kaul, Western Carolina University; Chip W. Ferguson, Western Carolina University; Paul M. Yanik, Western Carolina University; April Tallant, Western Carolina University

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Engineering Technology

in rural areas, and engaging in the scholarship of teaching and learning. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Perceptions and Applications of Honors Contracts in Developing an Undergraduate Engineering Research ExperienceAbstract: Honors colleges have become very effective in attracting and recruiting highlymotivated and talented students to institutions of higher education [1, 2]. The Honors Path allowsstudents to earn an Honors Diploma and provides them with unique educational opportunities,which facilitates strong personal and academic growth [1]. At Western Carolina University(WCU), two ways to earn Honors credit include taking an honors course (often a generaleducation

Conference Session

Software Applications in ET Programs

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University; Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Scott A Kuhl, Michigan Technological University; Bochao Li, Michigan Technological University

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this date, the PLC simulation web-based software is nearly complete. It consists of nine maincurriculum modulus and three supplementary modules as shown in Figure 1. The main modulus1-9 are devoted to general concepts that every student needs to know to become proficient inprogramming PLCs. Module 10 teach students additional skills of PLC installation,troubleshooting and safety. In module 11, concept of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition(SCADA) with implementation of Human Machine Interface (HMI) is presented. Lastly, inmodule 12, students have an opportunity to test their knowledge working with fully simulatedwater treatment facility and conduct programming of its components and also run andtroubleshoot its operation directly from the

Conference Session

Integrating Curriculum and Labs in ET Programs

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ghassan T Ibrahim, Bloomsburg University; Michael J Dutko

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Engineering Technology

importantly the processrequires constant monitoring of the blood units that are out of the refrigeration for a periodexceeding 30 min which is mandated by the FDA as a round about time that the blood willspoil6. However, the staff are very busy and often overlook and lose track of how long aparticular blood unit is out of the refrigerator. This causes the blood to go beyond a temperaturewindow of 1- 6 oC mandated by the FDA6 and the blood unit must be disposed of. The hospitalestimated that this lack of control results in a loss of tens of thousands of dollars each year, andthey believe that an automated tracking system for the blood units requiring minimum staffintervention could alert medical staff to place the blood unit back in the refrigerator

Conference Session

Engineering Technology Division Poster Session

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wes Stone, Western Carolina University; Michael Sean June, Western Carolina University

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regional comprehensive university, making the link with industry very natural. Forseveral years, the ET program has enjoyed a strong relationship with regional industry in theform of industry-sponsored capstone projects with many of those focusing on new productdevelopment.1 In recent years there have been an increasing number of these capstone projectswith an emphasis on quality and process improvement, which are at the heart of Lean Six Sigma.With ABET (ETAC Commission) accreditation, the ET program meets regularly with itsindustrial advisory committee. Seven years ago that committee brought a recommendation to thefaculty of the ET program: add a Lean Six Sigma course to follow the Quality Systems coursealready in the curriculum. That course has

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Distance Learning in ET Programs

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nabin Sapkota, Northwestern State University of Louisiana

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Engineering Technology

Matters Higher Education Rubric has a set of 8 general standards and 43specific review standards. Out of these 43 specific review standards, 21 are considered essentialand each standard is worth 3 points, 14 are considered very important and each standard is worth2 points and remaining 8 are considered important and each is worth 1 point. Any an onlinecourse to be effective course should have minimum overall evaluation score of 84 whenevaluated by QM Peer Reviewers. In this paper, taking quality control course as an example,how technical engineering course can be developed as an effective online course has beenexplained. Quality control course is a mandatory course in all undergraduate degree in industrialengineering and industrial engineering